Football
Former teammates among leaders
A couple of former basketball teammates were among the top scorers in the SportsPower Colac coaches’ MVP votes on the weekend.
AFL Barwon locks in finals venues, Friday decider
AFL Barwon has confirmed venues for this year’s football and netball finals, locking in GMHBA Stadium to host this year’s Geelong league grand finals on a Friday.
Captain’s late goal lifts Alvie over Roos
South Colac coach Brad Surkitt says his side needs to find a way to win close games after a late goal from Alvie co-captain Lachy Mulder handed the Roos their fifth loss by under three goals.
Season-defining run awaits
Colac coach Rowan McSparron says the Tigers are looking forward to a run of games against fellow finals aspirants after this weekend’s bye after falling short in another battle against a top-five side.
Hawks make Saints pay
Apollo Bay co-captain Tristan Smith says making the most of limited opportunities in front of goals in trying conditions was what led to the Hawks’ win over Birregurra.
Dolphins go back to basics
Lorne coach Ed Curnow has praised his team for getting “back to the basics” in response to last week’s shock loss to the Western Eagles.
Bombers duo leads the way against Imperials
Starring performances from an Irrewarra-Beeac midfielder and defender were the highlights in the Bombers’ win over Colac Imperials.
Eagles soaring after another victory
Western Eagles coach Dan Casey says his side is riding a wave of confidence after stringing together back-to-back wins.